Gaza Region

Did lightning cause Gaza rocket attack?

Defense officials speculate last night's rocket attacks may have been accidental, triggered by weather.

Hamas threatens UNRWA

Hamas outraged over UNRWA decision not to pay workers' salaries, warns against harm to "Palestinian refugees".

Hamas wants calm, but the situation in Gaza is volatile

If Biden lifts sanctions on Iran, Hamas could shift fully to the Iranian axis - bringing in money and Tehran's influence. Op-ed.

Gaza announces new coronavirus lockdown

Increase in the number of COVID-19 cases in Gaza leads Hamas authorities to declare a lockdown in red areas.

Egypt reopens Rafah crossing for four days

Crossing between Egypt and Gaza has been virtually sealed since a terrorist attack in the Sinai Peninsula in October 2014.

Hamas releases three arrested for Zoom conference with Israelis

Gaza’s Hamas authorities release three Palestinian Arabs who were jailed for holding an online video conference with Israeli participants.

IDF strikes Hamas military targets

Attack comes in response to the firing of two rockets from Gaza toward Ashkelon.

2 rockets fired from Gaza

Iron Dome intercepts one rocket fired towards Ashkelon.

Protest against UNRWA held in Gaza

Hundreds of demonstrators demand that UNRWA not cut back on the services it provides to "Palestinian refugees" despite the budget deficit.

IDF: Newly discovered terror tunnel was dug by Hamas

Defense establishment determines that tunnel which penetrated into Israeli territory near Khan Yunis was intended for use by Hamas.

IDF uncovers Gaza terror tunnel

IDF announces discovery of attack tunnel leading from southern Gaza Strip into Israel

From a Gaza mosque to an IDF combat unit fighting in Gaza

Yaron Avraham opens up about his journey to Judaism from radical Islam.

Defense establishment prepares for escalation in Gaza

Israel, Hamas in talks to transfer $100 million from Qatar to Gaza. Southern Command preparing for security deterioration if talks fail.

Rocket launched from Gaza

No casualties recorded after rocket explodes in Eshkol region.

ANALYSIS: No new dawn in the Middle East after Abraham Accords

Do the peace deals with UAE, Bahrain herald the beginning of a 'New Middle East' as predicted by Shimon Peres?

Hamas threatens Israel following retaliatory airstrikes

'The occupation will pay the price', Hamas vows, saying it will 'increase' its attacks on Israel after IDF retaliates for rocket attacks.

Watch: Israeli airstrikes hit terrorist positions in Gaza

Israeli warplanes strike Hamas positions in Gaza Strip after terrorists fire rockets at Israel, injuring six.

Rocket barrage on southern Israel, IDF attacks in Gaza

Sirens sounded in communities near the Gaza border as Gaza terrorists fire at the region.

Hamas demands coronavirus equipment

Israel, Hamas, in talks for prisoner swap, coronavirus aid, report says.

ANALYSIS: Changing strategies in Hamas' stand-off with Israel

After signing ceasefire with Israel, Hamas looking to use coronavirus crisis to turn Gaza popular opinion in its favor.

'The ceasefire will last two months, more or less'

Commander of the Gaza Division speaks to residents of Kibbutz Be'eri on the Gaza border, comments on ceasefire agreement with Hamas.

Goldin family:

'Netanyahu makes peace in exchange for dollars for Hamas'

Lieutenant Hadar Goldin's parents furious over ceasefire agreement with Hamas.

Hamas: 'The Zionists will sit in bomb shelters'

Hamas spokesman says terror organization will 'remove the siege' in any way possible. 'All options are open.'

Will Israel give Gaza COVID-19 aid in exchange for end to arson?

Hamas asks Israel for help in dealing with recent coronavirus outbreak. If Israel accepts, it will be on one condition.

IDF attacks Hamas posts in Gaza

Attack carried out in response to the continued firing of incendiary balloons from Gaza.

24 fires break out as balloon terrorism continues

24 fires break out in communities near the Gaza border as a result of continued firing of incendiary balloons.

IDF bombs Hamas weapons factory following rocket attacks

Israel carries out second round of airstrikes against Hamas targets in the Gaza Strip after rockets fired into Israeli territory.

Rockets fired toward Israel, IDF attacks Hamas targets in Gaza

Six rockets fired from Gaza towards Israeli territory shortly after IDF attacks infrastructure and Hamas military post.

Gaza reports 40 new cases of coronavirus

Total number of cases in Gaza stands at 117, including 80 in population concentrations and 37 in isolation centers.

Watch: Fighting the fires caused by arson terror

Eshkol Regional Council Chairman: Residents are losing patience with government's failure to stop arson, explosive balloons from Gaza.

IDF attacks Hamas infrastructure in Gaza

Attack in response to the firing of incendiary balloons from the Gaza Strip toward Israeli territory.

Hamas announces 48-hour lockdown in Gaza

Hamas imposes lockdown on Gaza after four coronavirus patients discovered outside quarantine facilities.

Four terrorists killed in Gaza 'work accident'

Four terrorists from Islamic Jihad killed while reportedly preparing rockets to fire at Israel.

IDF attacks Hamas targets in Gaza

Attack comes in response to the firing of incendiary balloons from the Gaza Strip toward Israeli territory.

Hamas announces curfew following COVID-19 cases in Gaza

Hamas-run “Health Ministry” announces 48-hour curfew after four members of same family test positive for coronavirus.

IDF attacks Hamas targets in Gaza

Attack carried out in response to the firing of incendiary balloons from Gaza toward Israel.

Iron Dome intercepts rocket fired from Gaza

"Red Color" siren sounded in Sderot and area. IDF confirms one rocket was fired from Gaza.

Watch: IDF hits Hamas positions in Gaza Strip

IDF releases footage from overnight attacks in Gaza Strip in retaliation for rocket attacks and terror balloons.

IDF prepares for escalation as Hamas threatens Israel

Terrorists in the Gaza Strip threaten mass attacks on Israel following latest round of rocket fire and IDF retaliations.

Rocket fired toward Sderot, IDF attacks in Gaza

Rocket fired at Sderot may have hit a home in the city. At the same time, the IDF attacked a Hamas military compound.

Rockets fired at Israel, IDF attacks in Gaza

IDF fighter jets and aircraft attack Hamas targets in response to incendiary balloon attacks. Three rockets fired from Gaza.

Watch: New laser system destroys terror balloons

'Lahav Or' system uses lasers to intercept incendiary and explosive balloons launched from Gaza, had 32 interceptions yesterday.

IDF attacks Hamas military positions in Gaza

Attack carried out in response to the firing of incendiary balloons from Gaza.

IDF attacks Hamas military compound in Gaza

Attack carried out in response to rocket fire and firing of incendiary balloons from Gaza.

Rocket launched at Israel from Gaza

Residents of Ashkelon hear explosion after Red Alert siren sounds. IDF confirms rocket launch from Gaza.

Netanyahu: Response to arson terror the same as to rockets

PM tells leaders of southern communities Israel is prepared to do whatever it takes to stop launch of incendiary balloons from Gaza.

IDF attacks Hamas infrastructure in Gaza

Attack was carried out in response to the firing of incendiary balloons from Gaza toward Israeli territory.

'We will not condone terrorism from Gaza'

Public Security Minister visits Sderot: In the coming days we will know whether we are facing a broader escalation or a hiatus.

Israel closes Gaza fishing zone until further notice

Decision made in light of the rocket attack from Gaza and the firing of incendiary balloons.

IDF attacks additional Hamas targets

IDF attacks military compound used by Hamas to store rockets and weapons after Gaza rocket attack lands in Sderot home.

IDF attacks Hamas targets in Gaza

Retaliating for explosive balloons launched at Israeli civilians, IDF attacks Hamas infrastructure in Gaza.

IDF attacks Hamas compound in Gaza

IDF fighter jets and tanks attack Hamas targets in retaliation for incendiary balloon attacks on southern Israel.

IDF attacks Hamas infrastructures in Gaza

Attack carried out in retaliation for the firing of incendiary balloons from Gaza into Israeli territory over the past week.

Israel halts entry of fuel to Gaza

Gantz orders halt to the entry of fuel into the Gaza Strip in response to incendiary balloon attacks.

IDF attacks Hamas military compound in Gaza

IDF fighter jets, combat helicopters and tanks attack Hamas targets in Gaza in retaliation for incendiary balloon attacks.

Gaza fishing zone to be limited in response to arson balloons

DM Gantz restricts Gaza fishing zone to 8 nautical miles after arson balloons cause dozens of fires in southern Israel.

Balloon terror continues:

Arson balloons ignite 12 fires in Gaza envelope

Hamas continues attacks on southern Israel as attempt to smuggle thousands of balloons into Gaza is thwarted.

Egypt reopens Rafah crossing for three days

Egypt has kept the crossing with Gaza virtually sealed since a terrorist attack in the Sinai Peninsula in October 2014.

Hamas warns of military response

Hamas spokesman says Palestinian "resistance groups" would not agree to a continued policy of a siege on Gaza.

IDF attacks Hamas targets in Gaza

Fighter jets, combat helicopters and IDF tanks attack Hamas targets in retaliation for incendiary balloon attacks.